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Canon Miraisha Programme

A Canon Programme Developing Skills in Africa

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF MIRAISHA

The Miraisha Programme is celebrating 10 years of empowering over 7,000 young people across 11 African countries in photography, videography, and printing. To mark this milestone, we've lined up exciting activities—from portfolio reviews and online training to a special anniversary book, panel discussions, and exclusive article features. Don't miss out on the celebration.

  • MIRAISHA 10TH ANNIVERSARY: PORTFOLIO REVIEW

    The Portfolio Review is aimed at providing a platform for young photographers across Africa to sharpen their skills. It allows them to showcase their work and gain insights from experienced professionals in the industry

  • MIRAISHA 10TH ANNIVERSARY: ONLINE TRAINING

    Experience in-depth training on topics like building a successful brand, creating a portfolio, and starting a photography or cinematography business with our Canon Ambassadors and Certified Trainers

  • MIRAISHA 10TH ANNIVERSARY: PANEL DISCUSSSIONS

    Watch and read insightful discussions and commentaries on the impact of the Miraisha Programme across Africa. Hear from our partners and collaborators as they reflect on the programme's influence over the past 10 years.

  • MIRAISHA 10TH ANNIVERSARY BOOK

    Every page is a milestone. Join us on the Miraisha Programme's journey of growth and transformation—nurturing over 7,000 talents and empowering communities across 11 countries in Africa

    • About the Miraisha Programme

    Aligning with Canon's corporate philosophy of Kyosei, which means living and working together for the common good, the Miraisha programme fosters job opportunities in Africa by providing workshops for photographers, videographers, filmmakers, and print business owners.

    The name "Miraisha" is a fusion of Japanese and Swahili, symbolizing the program's cross-cultural approach. Mirai – Future (Japanese) and Maisha – Livelihood (Swahili) together they create future livelihood.

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    Our Collaborations

  • CANON MIRAISHA X SOS VILLAGES D’ENFANTS

    In an innovative partnership, Canon Miraisha and SOS Children’s Villages Morocco are collaborating to introduce basic and street photography to students across various Moroccan cities.

  • CANON MIRAISHA X KINGS AND QUEENS

    Canon Miraisha Programme partnered with Kings and Queens Art Academy to empower aspiring photographers in Bariga, Lagos, Nigeria.

  • CANON MIRAISHA X ZEBRA PRODUCTIONS

    The Canon Miraisha Programme and Zebra Productions share a common vision of nurturing creativity and fostering self-expression.

  • STORIES FROM THE COAST

    Canon Miraisha programme, in collaboration with The NRB Bus, Baru Collective, Pwani University, and the GoBlue Project, hosted a series of photography and filmmaking workshops.

  • CANON MIRAISHA X LAGOSPHOTO

    The Canon Miraisha Programme, in collaboration with the Lagos Photo Festival, represents a significant step in nurturing the creative spirits of photography enthusiasts across Africa.

  • CANON MIRAISHA X ISHARA

    The Miraisha programme, known for its commitment to empowering individuals through photography, has found a perfect partner in Ishara Mara.

  • CANON MIRAISHA X LENS ON LIFE

    Canon Miraisha's collaboration with the Lens on Life Project is transforming the lives of at- risk youth through creativity and empowerment.

  • CANON MIRAISHA X SEMA

    Canon Miraisha and Sema have joined forces to create a platform where Kenyan filmmakers enthusiasts can nurture their creativity and share their stories with the world.

    DREAMING BIG! A Young Girls Dream to Another Kenyan students Ruth Wanjiru​ Kennedy ‘Ned’ Amungo Mwende Rangata

    Canon Miraisha Programme Partners

  • SOS VILLAGES D’ENFANTS

  • Kings & Queens

  • Zebra Productions

  • MultiChoice

  • Ishara

  • Film Lecturers & Trainers Association of Kenya

  • LAGOSPHOTO

  • LENS ON LIFE

  • PEFTI

  • African Women in Photography

  • Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech)

  • The NRB Bus

  • Uganda Press Photo Awards

  • National Film and Television Institute

  • Kenya Film Commission

  • Institut des sciences et techniques de la communication (ISTC)

    • Stories

  • Why ZAWADI?

    A group of young women used the gift of storytelling to share their experiences of growing up in the informal settlements of Nairobi

  • Bigger than Hollywood: The quiet ascent of New Nigerian Cinema

    We look at the past, present and future of the world's second biggest film industry - Nollywood

  • Streets of Lagos

    Afrobeat has gone global and major labels are clamouring for new Nigerian talent. Eager or worldwide fame, young artists are taking the creative process into their own hands.

    • Meet our Trainers

    Our trainers are great professionals in their fields and come from all over Africa. They have the necessary experience and knowledge to provide you with the greatest Canon Academy experience possible.

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    • Abate Damte

      Portrait & Wedding Photographer
      Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

    • Rodney Quarcoo

      Documentary Photographer
      Accra, Ghana

    • Seibou Traore

      Portrait Photographer
      Abidjan, Ivory Coast

    • Ben Mwangi

      Sports Photographer
      Nairobi, Kenya

    • Georgina Goodwin

      Documentary Photographer
      Nairobi, Kenya

    • Teddy Mitchener

      Portrait & Fashion Photographer
      Nairobi, Kenya

    • Wahid Tajani

      Portrait Photographer
      Casablanca, Morocco

    • Austen Udoh

      Portrait & Fashion Photographer
      Lagos, Nigeria

    • Leke Alabi Isama

      Documentary Photographer
      Lagos, Nigeria

    • Fredrick Ochieng

      Documentary Photographer
      Nairobi, Kenya

    • Edward Nwakuche

      Portrait & Wedding Photographer
      Enugu, Nigeria

    • Kelvin Kariithi

      Documentary & Events Photographer

      Mombasa, Kenya

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